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NNPC/Shell Vision First outreach makes mark in Badagry
By Stanley Onyeka, Lagos Nearly 3,000 people in Badagry Local Government Area of Lagos State were said to…
Stakeholders seek improved data to strengthen women’s health
Stakeholders in women’s health have called for improved data and measurement systems to better address women’s health needs…
Minister warns illegal operators against mining abandoned pits
The Minister of Solid Minerals Development, Dele Alake, has warned illegal miners against extracting minerals from abandoned pits…
Nigeria targets local production of cancer equipment by 2030 – Salako
Nigeria is targeting technology transfer and local production of radiotherapy and imaging equipment by 2030 to strengthen cancer…
MTN engages undergraduates in Lagos on career pathways
By Izuchukwu Mayor, Lagos MTN Nigeria, said it recently hosted undergraduates from the University of Lagos (UNILAG), and…
Food prices edged up in July amid heatwaves and energy price hikes
The cost of key foods edged up last month as searing heatwaves and ongoing geopolitical uncertainty impacted energy…
GoMed Nigeria, UNFPA, Lagos State launch student digital self-care platform
By Izuchukwu Mayor, Lagos GoMed Nigeria in partnership with the United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA), and the Lagos State…
Education, not charity: Why corporate Nigeria must invest across the full value chain, by Seplat
Nigeria’s most damaging infrastructure deficit may not be roads, power or ports, but a weak education system producing…
MTN Nigeria, WWF/NCF, UNDP, Deloitte commence 3rd Nigeria PachiPanda Challenge
By Izuchukwu Mayor, Lagos MTN Nigeria has announced the 2026 Nigeria PachiPanda Challenge, marking the third edition of…
Vaccine network hails Gavi’s $500m support for Nigeria’s immunisation drive
The Vaccine Network for Disease Control (VNDC) has commended the Vaccine Alliance, Gavi, for approving nearly $500 million…